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Head Of Data & Analytics

Head Of Data & Analytics

Media24 LtdCape Town, ZA
4 days ago
Job description

Job title : Head Of Data & Analytics

Job Location : Western Cape, Cape Town

Deadline : November 13, 2025

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ABOUT THE ROLE

  • We are seeking an exceptional Head of Data and Analytics to join our technology team and lead our data-driven transformation. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, this is a strategic leadership role for a visionary professional who will architect and execute a comprehensive data strategy, build class-leading analytics capabilities, and drive data-informed decision-making across the entire organization.
  • KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Strategic leadership

  • Develop and execute a forward-thinking data and analytics strategy aligned with business objectives and engineering excellence
  • Lead the design and implementation of scalable data infrastructure supporting real-time analytics and machine learning initiatives
  • Partner closely with engineering leadership to embed analytics into product development and operational workflows
  • Champion data governance, quality standards, and security protocols across all data initiatives
  • Provide insights to the business to drive revenue opportunities and product development
  • Team development & management

  • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of data scientists, analysts, and data engineers
  • Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and analytical excellence
  • Establish clear career development pathways and performance frameworks for team members
  • Collaborate with HR to attract top-tier analytics talent in a competitive market
  • Technical excellence

  • Oversee the development of robust data pipelines, warehouses, and analytics platforms
  • Drive the adoption of advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI capabilities
  • Ensure seamless integration between data systems and engineering infrastructure
  • Lead evaluation and implementation of cutting-edge analytics tools and technologies
  • Cross-functional collaboration

  • Translate complex analytical insights into actionable business recommendations for senior leadership
  • Partner with product, engineering, and business teams to identify and prioritise high-impact analytics opportunities
  • Present data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to executive stakeholders and board members
  • Establish analytics KPIs and metrics that align with organisational goals
  • REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

    Education & experience

  • Honours degree (or higher) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, or related quantitative field
  • 8-12 years of progressive experience in data analytics, data science, or related technical roles
  • Minimum 3 years in senior leadership or management positions, preferably within engineering or technology organisations
  • Proven track record of successfully scaling analytics teams and delivering business-critical insights
  • Technical expertise

  • Strong proficiency in SQL, Python / R, and statistical analysis
  • Deep experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and modern data stack technologies
  • Strong background in data modeling, data warehousing, and ETL / ELT processes
  • Hands-on experience with analytics and visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI, Looker, etc.)
  • Knowledge of machine learning frameworks and MLOps practices
  • Understanding of software development lifecycles and engineering best practices
  • Experience with A / B testing, experimentation frameworks, and causal inference
  • Previous experience building analytics capabilities from the ground up
  • Leadership & communication

  • Exceptional leadership skills with demonstrated ability to inspire and manage technical teams
  • Outstanding communication abilities to present complex insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Strong strategic thinking and business acumen
  • Experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and cross-functional initiatives
  • Proven ability to drive cultural change and promote data literacy across organizations
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